Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom, October 2023: Sugro UK, the member-owned buying and marketing group comprising of over 90 independent wholesalers, announced the expansion of its membership with the addition of Chesterton Food Supplies as a new member to the group.

Chesterton Food Supplies have been successfully supplying fast food products and ingredients in the London area since August 2020. They have established a firm customer base in the last 3 years and shown rapid growth to achieve turnover of over £10m 2022 and 2023. They supply over 350 fast food outlets and provide a wholesale service to van operators and related businesses. They offer an extensive range of frozen, chilled and ambient ingredients, soft drinks, and non-food packaging and products to support their varied customer base.

Director at Chesterton Food Supplies, Basharat Khan commented: “By joining Sugro, we have gained access to a reputable and reliable network that offers various benefits. One of the most significant advantages has been an enhanced level of security in our transactions.

Moreover, Sugro's platform has proved to be an invaluable tool for informing our company's buying decisions. The comprehensive market insights, and industry trends offered by Sugro have empowered us to make well-informed and strategic purchasing decisions. This access to up-to-date information has certainly boosted our confidence in our procurement processes, ultimately leading to better customer satisfaction and business growth.

Overall, joining Sugro has been a game-changer for our company. We are thrilled to be part of such a prestigious network that not only ensures our security but also provides us with the necessary tools to excel in the market. We believe that this partnership is a significant step towards our continued success and growth as an organization.”

Sugro’s Business Development Manager, Sue Hubber added: “We are very excited to welcome Chesterton Food Supplies to the Sugro family. Chesterton Food Supplies bring a wealth of experience and connections in Fast Food, adding to the dynamics of our buying group. We are looking forward to working with them to extend our reach in this market and supporting Chesterton Food Supplies continued growth and development with stronger supplier relationships and commercial platforms.”